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2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
1.8L I4 TSI•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas•turbo
9 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Fluid · Engine Oil

Engine Oil

for 2016 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L I4 TSI · FWD
Fluid Type
5W-40 full synthetic
Spec: VW 502 00 / ACEA A3
Capacity
4.7qt
4.45 L
Drain & Refill
4.5 qt
4.26 L
Change Interval
5,000 mi
8,045 km

Notes

EA888 Gen 3 engine. VW 502 00 required for long-life service. Filter replacement includes approximately 0.2 qt additional capacity.

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